Even though it came out over 20 years ago, Nanny McPhee is still loved by many. The beloved British family film, starring Emma Thompson, is currently popular on a streaming service in the UK.
The 2005 movie is inspired by the character of Nurse Matilda, created by Christianna Brand. It tells the story of a nanny (played by Emma Thompson) who arrives at the Brown family’s house to care for their seven badly behaved children, at the request of their father, Cedric (Colin Firth).
The family film, written by Thompson and directed by Kirk Jones – known for his recent work on I Swear – is currently doing well on Netflix, ranking at number 6 in the UK film chart according to Flix Patrol.
The film features a strong British cast alongside Thompson and Firth, including Kelly Macdonald, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Angela Lansbury, Imelda Staunton, and Celia Imrie, who plays the film’s villain, Selma Quickly.
When Nanny McPhee came out, it was mostly well-received by both critics and audiences. Currently, 74% of critics on Rotten Tomatoes have given it a positive review, based on 134 reviews. Viewers on IMDb have given it an average score of 6.6 out of 10, from over 91,000 ratings.
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One viewer described the movie as fantastic, saying it’s the kind of film that will leave you beaming. They particularly enjoyed how realistic and relatable all the characters were, calling it “wonderful.”
Another viewer said this is a delightful and creative children’s movie that’s sure to bring a smile to your face. They believe Nanny McPhee stands out as one of the best kids’ films in a long time, especially because it’s enjoyable for adults as well.
Another viewer complimented the actors, highlighting Colin Firth’s delightfully confused performance, Angela Lansbury’s impressively dignified portrayal, Emma Thompson’s charmingly insightful and lovable character, and the children who were both cute and playfully naughty without being annoying.
One viewer called the film a funny and touching family comedy, praising Emma Thompson’s performance. They also noted the movie effectively explains the children’s behavior and feelings.
I was so excited to see that Netflix added Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang! It’s awesome that we can now watch both Nanny McPhee movies back-to-back on the streamer.
Both Nanny McPhee films are streaming now on Netflix.
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2026-03-30 14:49